Course summary
Learn from researchers at the Centre for Agri-Environmental Research (CAER), a leading centre for agroecology research and highly respected by employers in the sector. You’ll develop a multidisciplinary appreciation of the underlying environmental, social and economic issues surrounding contemporary agricultural systems, and gain experience in research methods and statistical analyses commonly used in agriculture, ecology and environmental science. For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/international-development-and-applied-economics-pg/msc-by-research-in-agriculture-ecology-and-environment.
Modules
Sample modules may include: *Research methods in agriculture, ecology and environment *Research project in agriculture, ecology and environment *Issues in agricultural systems *Ecosystem services *Principles of integrated pest management. Check our website for more details about the course structure.
How to apply
International applicants
This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.
Further information can be found on the UK Government's website: www.gov.uk/academic-technology-approval-scheme
Entry requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent). Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK, in a subject relevant to agriculture, ecology, geography or environmental sciences. Applicants who have relevant career experience are also welcome to apply. Students may join immediately after their undergraduate degree, or after some years of employment to enhance career prospects by acquiring further skills.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Reading
Whiteknights House
PO Box 217
Reading
RG6 6AH